# Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Ruining CrossFit Athletes

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Podcast: [THE PROCESS PODCAST](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-process-podcast-833750)
Published: 2026-02-15T20:45:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-tuazon/episodes/Why-No-Pain--No-Gain-Is-Ruining-CrossFit-Athletes-e3elt87
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## Resource

Pain isn’t proof you’re training hard, and misunderstanding it can cost you your season. This episode challenges some of the most dangerous beliefs in CrossFit culture. In this episode, we cover with physiotherapist Elena Hobson: - Why “normal” pain should actually be zero - How adrenaline masks injuries during intense training - The danger of repeatedly ignoring the same pain pattern - Why resilient athletes are often the ones who get hurt - How to train hard without breaking your body If you train, compete, or care about longevity, this podcast is for you. Head to the link in bio to tune in now and hit subscribe to become part of The Process community.

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